| Code |
Name of the Course Unit |
Semester |
In-Class Hours (T+P) |
Credit |
ECTS Credit |
| SOC151 |
RESEARCH METHODS IN SOCIAL SCIENCES |
1 |
3 |
3 |
4 |
GENERAL INFORMATION |
| Language of Instruction : |
English |
| Level of the Course Unit : |
BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle |
| Type of the Course : |
Compulsory |
| Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit |
- |
| Coordinator of the Course Unit |
Assist.Prof. KADİR MERSİN |
| Instructor(s) of the Course Unit |
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| Course Prerequisite |
No |
OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS |
| Objectives of the Course Unit: |
At the end of this course, students will be able to apply the basic principles that will enable them to conduct academic research in international scientific standards in the field of social sciences and to choose the right data collection and analysis methods in accordance with the subject of the research. |
| Contents of the Course Unit: |
Contents of the course include; research on the basic concepts of the philosophy and methodology of science in social sciences, comparing the data types in various respects, exemplifying the methods of data collection and analysis in social sciences, as well as effective use of academic resources and the ability to transfer research results correctly. |
KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to) |
| Explains the fundamental concepts of research.
Establishes the relationship between science, research, and theory.
Analyzes a scientific research design and carries out the research design.
Acquires the knowledge, skills, and competence to conduct research by following the processes of scientific knowledge production.
Shares the scientific knowledge produced with the target audience.
Evaluates knowledge produced in their own field in terms of its compliance with scientific knowledge production processes, explains its scholarly value, and develops the skills and competence to use research findings of high scholarly value in their work. |
WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY |
| Week |
Preparatory |
Topics(Subjects) |
Method |
| 1 |
Week 1 |
Scientific Method and The Philosophy of Science |
- |
| 2 |
Week 2 |
An Approach to Academic Writing |
- |
| 3 |
Week 3 |
Writing General-Specific Texts |
- |
| 4 |
Week 4 |
Problem, Process and Solution |
- |
| 5 |
Week 5 |
Data types: qualitative-quantitative |
- |
| 6 |
Week 6 |
Gathering the Secondary Data |
- |
| 7 |
Week 7 |
Analysis of the Secondary Data |
- |
| 8 |
Week 8 |
Gathering the Primary Data: Sampling |
- |
| 9 |
Week 9 |
Gathering the Primary Data: Questionnaire |
- |
| 10 |
- |
MID-TERM EXAM |
- |
| 11 |
Week 11 |
Gathering the Primary Data: Participatory observation |
- |
| 12 |
Week 12 |
Gathering the Primary Data: Interview |
- |
| 13 |
Week 13 |
Analysis of the Primary Data |
- |
| 14 |
Week 14 |
Research proposal and article writing techniques |
- |
| 15 |
Week 15 |
Research ethics |
- |
| 16 |
- |
FINAL EXAM |
- |
| 17 |
- |
FINAL EXAM |
- |
SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING |
| Fowler, H. R., & Aaron, J. E. (2010). The Little, Brown Handbook: New York: Longman. |
ASSESSMENT |
| Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities |
Number of Activities |
Degree of Contribution (%) |
Description |
Examination Method |
| Mid-Term Exam |
1 |
50 |
|
Optical (Test) Exam |
| Final Exam |
1 |
50 |
|
Optical (Test) Exam |
| TOTAL |
2 |
100 |
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| Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES
KNOWLEDGE |
Theoretical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To explain the basic concepts and theories associated with the field of International Logistics and Transportation
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KNOWLEDGE |
Factual |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To relate concepts and cases in the field of International Logistics and Transportation with other fields in Social Sciences
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| 2 |
To make scientific and interdisciplinary research about the cases in the field
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SKILLS |
Cognitive |
|
Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To draw conceptual and theoretical connections between past and present trade and logistics – transportation procedures and to make forecasts for the future.
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SKILLS |
Practical |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To make literature review for analyzing cases in the field of International Logistics and Transportation and to use this information for personal studies.
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| 2 |
To use the latest technology for making descriptive and exploratory research and to use this information for personal studies.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Autonomy & Responsibility |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To conduct a field-specific study individually and to complete it with discipline and responsibility.
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| 2 |
To assume duties and responsibilities in a team work as leader or team member and to fulfil them flawlessly.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Learning to Learn |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To analyze data and findings in the field of International Logistics and Transportation with respect to cause-effect relations and critical perspective.
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| 2 |
To identify gaps in the theory and practice of International Logistics and Transportation and to offer solutions for each.
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| 3 |
To develop ideas as to how to use the information related to the field of International Logistics and Transportation in professional life.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Communication & Social |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To convey information related with the field of International Logistics and Transportation by using effective presentation and communication techniques.
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| 2 |
To use field-specific information for creation of various projects, activities and social responsibility programmes in the field of International Logistics and Transportation.
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| 3 |
To conduct literature review, follow the recent developments and produce written and oral works in a foreign language.
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OCCUPATIONAL |
Occupational and/or Vocational |
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Programme Learning Outcomes |
Level of Contribution |
| 0 |
1 |
2 |
3 |
4 |
5 |
| 1 |
To respect social, cultural, scientific and ethical norms and values in the processing and dissemination of data.
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| 2 |
To follow latest developments in the field and direct personal studies accordingly within the framework of the lifelong learning principle.
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WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT |
Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities |
| Type of the Learning Activites |
Learning Activities (# of week) |
Duration (hours, h) |
Workload (h) |
| Lecture & In-Class Activities |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Preliminary & Further Study |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Land Surveying |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Group Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Laboratory |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Reading |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Assignment (Homework) |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Project Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Seminar |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Internship |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Technical Visit |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Web Based Learning |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Implementation/Application/Practice |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Practice at a workplace |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Occupational Activity |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Social Activity |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Thesis Work |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Field Study |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Report Writing |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Final Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Preparation for the Final Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Mid-Term Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Short Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| Preparation for the Short Exam |
0 |
0 |
0 |
| TOTAL |
0 |
0 |
0 |
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Total Workload of the Course Unit |
0 |
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Workload (h) / 25.5 |
0 |
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ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit |
0,0 |
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